Vintage Multi-Bead Cluster Earring

This item is a single vintage cluster-style earring featuring a variety of spherical beads attached to a central gold-tone metal frame. The construction consists of several small turquoise-colored opaque beads, one larger translucent sky-blue bead, and at least two metallic or matte-finish dark bronze-toned beads. These components are secured using a series of fine wire loops or jump rings, common in costume jewelry from the mid-20th century (approximately 1950s-1960s). The turquoise beads exhibit a uniform, bright finish suggestive of glass or early resin, while the translucent blue bead adds a textural contrast. Regarding condition, there is visible oxidation and darkening of the gold-tone metal components, particularly on the jump rings, which shows a greenish-brown patina indicative of age and exposure. One of the bead loops appears slightly distorted. There are no visible maker's marks on the front; such pieces often featured clip-on or screw-back mechanisms which are obscured in this orientation. The overall aesthetic is representative of the 'grapes' or 'cluster' style popularized by mid-market costume jewelry manufacturers during the mid-century era, valuing color play and three-dimensional silhouette over precious metal purity.

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